It has long been noted that man’s interest in creating Art is one of our key differences from other species. It teaches us, guides us and inspires us in equal measure and there are few homes in this world which don’t have some form of Art on display. Although artwork is often influenced by fashions, the skill and messages contained are usually timeless. Today the Art market is as vibrant as ever, not only for contemporary pieces and those from the post 1950s, but also for Antique and Vintage paintings as well. We are possibly far less judgemental than ever before being just as happy to display an interesting print as a finished master. Of course for their skill and depth old oil paintings remain popular whether depicting a landscape, portrait or still life, and add an air of maturity wherever they are hung. For the less formal space watercolours are great for their spontaneity and lightness and prints are perfect to add your individual personality.
At Loveantiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage paintings all from reputable dealers who understand what makes an artwork special.
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
William Heytman - Oil on Canvas - Still Life
£ 695
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
A Pair of Highly Decorative Good Sized Still Lives - Oil On Canvas
£ 675
A Pair of Highly Decorative Good Sized Still Lives - Oil On Canvas
£ 675
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
£ 1,195
The Old Yard
Early 20th C. Hand Painted Fairground Signs
£ 1,850
£ 650
Marylebone Antiques
Impressionist Oil Painting by Ronald Ossory Dunlop RA – Harbour Scene
£ 1,375
Impressionist Oil Painting by Ronald Ossory Dunlop RA – Harbour Scene
£ 1,375
Marylebone Antiques
£ 4,500
Antique Italian Oil Painting of a Mythological Scene by Taddeo Zuccaro
£ 4,500
Anthea's Attic
£ 265
Robert Belcher Antiques
19th Century Hand Painted & Silk Needlework Picture Entitled "The Mask"
£ 950
19th Century Hand Painted & Silk Needlework Picture Entitled "The Mask"
£ 950
Robert Belcher Antiques
Applecross Antiques
Victorian Plaque "Fairy Glen ~ Betws-y-Coed" William Yale
£ 595
Graham Reed Fine Art
William Baker Watercolour - Snowy Winter Landscape
£ 695
Walton House Antiques Ltd
'Lingering Autumn' by James Townshend c.1900
£ 1,450
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Victorian Hunting Oil Painting Two Jack Russell Terrier Dogs Chasing Rat in Barn
£ 3,500
Victorian Hunting Oil Painting Two Jack Russell Terrier Dogs Chasing Rat in Barn
£ 3,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
19th Century Oil Painting Jack Russell Terrier Dog Guarding Caged Rat by Edward Aistrop
£ 3,500
19th Century Oil Painting Jack Russell Terrier Dog Guarding Caged Rat by Edward Aistrop
£ 3,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Oil on Canvas R.A Bartlett
£ 595
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Oil Painting Battle of Britain WW2 RAF Pilots Ready for Takeoff Biggin Hill Airfield
£ 19,500
Oil Painting Battle of Britain WW2 RAF Pilots Ready for Takeoff Biggin Hill Airfield
£ 19,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Rams Head Antiques
Antique Rosewood Picture Frame Regency
£ 110
£ 120
Monticole
Chinese Bamboo Ink Painting 1970s
£ 79
£ 250
£ 925
£ 1,150
£ 650
Large 19c Engraving by Landseer after Sir Edwin Henry Landseer in Original Frame
£ 650
Adam Wylie Antiques
Salisbury Antiques Centre
George Morland Set of 4 Rustic Prints after George Morland
£ 320
Graham Smith Antiques Ltd
Pen Drawn Mississippi Steamer
£ 265
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Pair of Oil Paintings "ALLAN"
£ 560
Prometheus Antiques
Summer Blossoms Oil Painting by Sidney Valentine Gardner
£ 340
Prometheus Antiques
Set of Four Victorian Embossed Prints
£ 225
Adam Wylie Antiques
Oil Painting by David Cedric Morris - Dieppe Harbour
£ 595
Prometheus Antiques
Hansel & Gretel Gothic Silhouette
£ 110
Adam Wylie Antiques
19th Century Engraving of Horse Race in the Piazza Del Popolo, Rome
£ 650
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Large 19th Century Oil on Canvas
£ 1,375
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Manner of George Morland Equine Genre Portrait Georgian Figurative Oil Paintings of Children
£ 875
Manner of George Morland Equine Genre Portrait Georgian Figurative Oil Paintings of Children
£ 875
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
The Three MusCATeers
Wonderful Pair of Small Watercolour with Truly Extraordinary Sitters
£ 375
Wonderful Pair of Small Watercolour with Truly Extraordinary Sitters
£ 375
The Three MusCATeers
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Poppies & Daisies - Oil on Canvas c.1890
£ 325
£ 50
Elder Books & Collectables
1833 Travelling From Liverpool to Manchester 2 Important Railway Engravings
£ 480
1833 Travelling From Liverpool to Manchester 2 Important Railway Engravings
£ 480
Elder Books & Collectables
Elder Books & Collectables
1749 Panorama of River Thames London View From Richmond Hill Fine Engraving
£ 65
1749 Panorama of River Thames London View From Richmond Hill Fine Engraving
£ 65
Elder Books & Collectables
£ 680
£ 525
How can I tell if my Artwork is valuable?
As we all know certain artworks can be very valuable depending on the artist who created it. While most of us don’t pretend to have an original Monet hung on the wall, it is surprising how much even decorative paintings can be worth. While art valuations can take a lifetime to master and showing your piece to a specialist advisable, there are still ways to do some initial assessment yourself. The first thing of course is to check for a signature or details recorded on the back. It is easy to conduct research if so but even if the piece is unmarked then specialists will often be able to attribute your piece to a particular artist or school just by looking. The work of unknown amateur artists tends to be based on its aesthetic appeal and skill employed. As decorative pieces they are usually only worth a few hundred pounds at most. The financial value really only goes up when the piece can be attributed to professional artists who were influential in their day.
It is of course worth checking that your artwork is an original and not a copy (although limited edition prints can still be quite valuable). Copies will only be of decorative value. There are lots of resources on the internet which can help you begin to attribute and value your piece, but the research may take time.
Where can I buy Vintage Art Online?
There are more places than ever online to buy Vintage Art but it is important to ensure you are buying from a reputable place as copies, mis-representations and forgeries are sadly common. It is also important to consider the cost of postage if buying online and especially from overseas. Because artwork can be easily damaged some carriers will not offer compensation and with careful packing the price of shipping may be prohibitive. At LoveAntiques our reputable art dealers will usually arrange postage or delivery for you and will be able to offer assurances about attribution as well.
How do I sell antique art?
Just like buying art, there are many places to sell it as well. Auction houses are a common route for most people as the Auction House will take over the responsibility of describing the piece accurately and ensuring the right collectors view it. You can also offer it to our dealers at LoveAntiques who may be interested in it for their stock. It is worth being realistic about the value when selling. Since art is very much about personal taste and setting there is rarely a firm price for any collectable. If choosing to sell yourself then it is important to be accurate about the condition and any suspected attribution.
Is vintage art popular?
Vintage art from the 1950s onwards is extremely popular right now. The look and techniques seem to appeal to our modern aesthetic, more so than the older more traditional pieces which were more popular some years ago. Currently we enjoy unusual, humorous and thoughtful pieces which make bold statements on our understated walls and interiors. Because these pieces are still relatively recent there are proportionally more around than older works, so values for bland pieces remain low while interesting or iconic pieces are high. Also their age makes research on vintage art far more fruitful and enjoyable than much older pieces.